1996 Honda Civic vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1949 Tatra T600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Honda | Tatra |
Model | Civic | T600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |